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02/26/2026

Fall River Police announced that the city-wide travel ban has been lifted and more “help is on the way” as snow removal efforts continue. See link below ⬇️

02/24/2026

UPDATE: The travel ban issued for southeastern Massachusetts has been lifted, one day after the blizzard.

02/23/2026

📞 Report Your Outage

If your power is out, report it directly to your utility provider using the phone numbers below. Reporting helps crews identify affected areas and restore service faster.

If you see downed power lines, stay far away and call 9-1-1

02/23/2026

So it looks like this is going to be a big one! For the safety of our team and our guests, we will be closed on Monday 2/23. Stay safe and warm!

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

🚨 DRIVING BAN IN EFFECT – TRAVEL IS NOT ADVISED 🚨

Road conditions across the city as well as the state highway have significantly deteriorated and are now extremely hazardous. Visibility is extremely low. No one should be attempting to travel at this time. We are accumulating snow at a very rapid rate.

⚠️ The mayor declared a state of emergency for this storm. A DRIVING BAN is in effect until noon and may be extended.

Under a state of emergency governed by Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Section 22F, the Mayor has the legal authority to regulate or prohibit travel on public roadways to protect public safety.

When a driving ban is in effect, only exempt vehicles, such as emergency responders, public works, utility crews, and other essential personnel are permitted to operate. All other travel is prohibited for the duration of the ban.

🚗 Why this matters:
• Vehicles on the road create dangerous conditions for themselves and others
• Emergency crews need clear access to respond to calls for service
• Conditions may worsen rapidly due to snow, ice, and reduced visibility

🏠 What you should do:
• Stay home and avoid all non-essential travel
• Check on neighbors if it is safe to do so
• Continue to monitor official updates and alerts

Your cooperation is critical to public safety. Please stay off the roads and allow emergency personnel to do their jobs safely.

02/16/2026

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In New Bedford, kids can stay busy learning and creating during school vacation week.

Season of Making at the New Bedford Art Museum is for students in grades 1-6. Youngsters can participate in guided lessons, open studio time, and group projects.

Vacation Week at the New Bedford Whaling Museum brings daily themes, crafts, story times, and afternoon movies.

Activities explore whaling history, Cape Verdean culture, photography, and more.

https://newbedfordlight.org/culture-calendar/

02/13/2026

🎉 A new chapter begins in Taunton!

The South Coast LGBTQ+ Network Community Center is officially reopening, and this refreshed space is ready to welcome LGBTQ+ individuals, families, allies, and friends from across the region. This center exists to create connection, belonging, support, and joy, and we are so excited to open our doors again and celebrate together!

Come tour the space, meet the team, connect with community members, and help us kick off this exciting next chapter.

📅 Wednesday, February 18, 2026
⏰ 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 2 Knotty Walk, Taunton, MA

More info here: https://tr.ee/8vmxGz

Bring a friend, bring your family, and come celebrate community with us 💜🏳️‍🌈

02/12/2026

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